Iowa’s veterans have served our nation with honor, yet when it comes to delivering the benefits they’ve earned, we are falling short. Today, Iowa ranks 44th in the nation for veteran benefits, and only 29% of Iowa veterans are receiving the assistance they deserve. This isn't because our veterans aren’t eligible—it’s because our system is outdated and inefficient.
Governor Reynolds believes it’s our duty to ensure veterans receive the benefits and support they deserve. For that reason, she’s proposing legislation that will honor the service of Iowa’s veterans with a system that works. By aligning resources and improving efficiency, Iowa can become a leader in veteran care and do right by those who have done so much for us.
Governor Reynolds Proposes:
- Developing a County Grant Program that incentivizes performance and delivers more benefits to our veterans.
- Aligning all counties on one veteran claim system and eliminating paper claim applications.
- Establishing a formal IDVA training budget to support our county VSOs and offer enhanced 1:1 on-the-ground training and assistance.
